Do the debates really matter?

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PHOTO: Chris Mooney, director of the Institute of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Illinois. (WGN Radio)

Do the debates really matter?

PHOTO: Chris Mooney, director of the Institute of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Illinois. (WGN Radio)

Chris Mooney, the director of the Institute of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Illinois calls into the show to share his take on the first presidential debate, what we’re likely to see ahead and more.

*Rick Pearson is a political reporter for the Chicago Tribune and host of The Sunday Spin on WGN Radio-AM 720. Tune in Sunday mornings from 7 AM-9 AM CST. You can listen to Rick’s show live at wgnradio.com/listen or check out his podcasts right here at wgnradio.com*